Politics & Policy
Montco names new commish to replace Val Arkoosh who joined Shapiro administration
Jamila Winder will replace Arkoosh, who resigned earlier this month to become Pennsylvania’s Secretary of Human Services.
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Santos won’t serve on 2 committees for now, lawmakers say
Santos was assigned to the House Committee on Small Business and to the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee.
3 years ago
President Biden to end COVID-19 emergencies on May 11
It comes as lawmakers have already ended elements of the emergencies that kept millions of Americans insured during the pandemic.
3 years ago
Fed, set to impose smaller hike, may hint of fewer increases
Chair Jerome Powell is still likely to stress, though, that the Fed’s campaign to conquer high inflation is far from over.
3 years ago
‘I am prepared to face the consequences’: Mayor of Upper Darby issues statement after traffic stop
According to court records, Keffer appeared to be drunk, got in a crash and ultimately refused a blood test.
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Lobbyist says she was harassed by current Pa. lawmaker, wants legislature to change misconduct rules
A lobbyist for one of Pennsylvania’s most influential unions says a sitting state House lawmaker sexually harassed her.
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Lawmakers appeal ruling on legality of impeaching Philly DA
Republican state lawmakers on Thursday filed an appeal with the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, hoping to preserve elements of their impeachment case.
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Latino leaders and business owners gathered at the Legislative Hall in Dover this week to oppose a measure they fear would harm their businesses.
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FDR Park redevelopment discussion halted due to protests
Dozen’s stood in protest outside Thursday’s FDR Park redevelopment meeting in South Philly after being denied entry. A virtual meeting is scheduled for March 1.
3 years ago
Listen 1:21Hopes of bipartisan cooperation give way to complete deadlock in the Pa. House
The Pa. state House will likely stay deadlocked until next month — which means voters won’t see constitutional amendments on the May ballot.
3 years ago
Gov. Carney outlines $7.2 billion spending plan in Delaware
The proposal for fiscal 2024 stresses new investments in education, housing, and the environment, plus significant pay raises for many state employees.
3 years ago
Meta allows Donald Trump back on Facebook and Instagram
The social media company is letting a two-year ban, imposed after Trump supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol, expire.
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‘Now everybody can move forward’: Upper Darby CAO steps down
Upper Darby Chief Administrative Officer Vincent Rongione is stepping down from his position. He said the ARPA controversy did not play a role in his decision.
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After going up in smoke in 2022, a renewed effort to legalize marijuana in Delaware
The two-pronged measure got derailed last year by the governor’s veto. Supporters say there’s even more support this session.
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Pa. Sen. Hughes makes decision on race for Philly Mayor
The state senator had been considering a run for mayor in a crowded race, but opted against it.
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